Position: Upazila Coordinator 

No. of Vacancies: 05

Job Description / Responsibilities

The Upazila Coordinator will serve as the key focal point for project implementation at the Upazila level and will report directly to the Project Coordinator of Shushilan. S/he will be responsible for leading and managing the Upazila team, ensuring timely and quality implementation of planned activities, and managing resources efficiently under the guidance of the Project Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead vulnerability assessments to identify food-insecure and highly vulnerable households in the project location.
• Identify eligible households for Multi-purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA), support documentation, collect e-money account details, and facilitate timely cash disbursement.
• Design and manage Cash for Work (CfW) schemes in coordination with local authorities and at-risk communities.
• Oversee the implementation of CfW initiatives and ensure compliance with project guidelines and timely disbursement of cash support.
• Assess household needs and coordinate the distribution of agricultural inputs such as seeds, organic fertilizers, feed, and tools.
• Conduct training for women, men, and youth on climate-smart homestead gardening, food production, preservation, and processing to enhance household food availability.
• Build the capacity of agricultural service providers on early warning systems and disaster risk mitigation to maintain food production and supply chains.
• Supervise Community Facilitators and youth volunteers to identify project clients and ensure their effective participation and engagement in project activities.
• Collaborate with public and private service providers to strengthen referral mechanisms for essential services and food security support.
• Conduct training for targeted households on nutrition, disaster preparedness, gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, and equitable intra-household food distribution.
• Strengthen and build the capacity of youth groups to support forecast-based early actions to mitigate food insecurity risks.
• Organize and facilitate regular coordination meetings with sub-district and district-level government departments, NGOs, and relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and share progress.
• Promote and ensure client awareness of the Community Feedback and Response Mechanism (CFRM) using IEC materials and gather feedback through preferred communication channels.
• Prepare and submit high-quality periodic reports, success stories, and updates to the Project Coordinator.
• Capture lessons learned, document best practices, and contribute to knowledge sharing within the project team.
• Prepare and deliver presentations on project progress, challenges, and achievements to Upazila-level stakeholders.
• Facilitate project-related training, monthly team coordination meetings, and quarterly review meetings at the Upazila level.

Educational Requirements: Bachelor/master’s in agriculture (Relaxed for NGO Experienced Female candidates)

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience in a similar position, with a strong focus on food security and livelihood programming, preferably with national or international organizations operating in coastal regions of Bangladesh.
• Prior experience in homestead food production, climate-smart agriculture, cash transfer programming, and Cash for Work (CfW) interventions within both development and humanitarian contexts is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in coordination and collaboration with government officials, NGOs, private sector actors, and community-based organizations.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven team-building capacity with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Strong facilitation and supervision skills to guide field staff and volunteers effectively.
• Solid program management and implementation skills.
• Good understanding of the social dimensions of development and vulnerability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Bengali.
• Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Respectful and committed to principles of gender equality, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), safeguarding, code of conduct, and cultural diversity.
• Willingness to respond promptly to any humanitarian emergency as required.
• Capable of driving a motorcycle with a valid driving license.
• Able to operate virtual communication platforms such as Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, etc.

Salary: BDT 63,462 per month (Consolidated-No bonus applicable)

Job Level: Mid Level Job.

Job Location: Kalapara and Rangabali Upazila of Patuakhali district, Taltoli Upazila under Barguna, Koyra under Khulna and Shyamnagar under Satkhira District.

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Shushilan has a zero tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by Shushilan‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone and all selected candidates will be required to comply with the Shushilan’s PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process.

Apply Instruction

Shushilan – a national NGO is inviting application from qualified candidates for the project entitled `Client centred humanitarian response: Improving lives of crisis affected people` supported by IRC. If you are interested and meet the criteria, please send your application along with a cover letter, curriculum vitae (MS Word file as per prescribed format), copy of all academic certificates, passport size photograph and copy of national ID to Head of HR Cell, Shushilan on or before 20/4/2025. Only short listed candidates will be called for an interview. Requirements are flexible for highly skilled candidates and qualified female candidate will be given priority. All Rights Reserved by the Authority.